The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce and the Duluth Area Chamber Foundation were proud to partner once again with the Duluth News Tribune to offer our community the opportunity to hear directly from candidates running for local office. Free and open to the public, the 2024 Candidate Forums were moderated by Duluth Chamber Vice
This year, the Duluth Area Chamber's Board of Directors was full, and nominations were not necessary. This was due to a bylaw amendment changing the term schedule of directors. Next year, once again, there will be an open call. However, we did have two special circumstance cases that, per our board policy and procedure,
The Duluth Area Chamber Foundation and the Monaco Air Foundation recently merged to create one unified and effective voice for aviation advocacy in our region. The Monaco Air Foundation has worked closely with the Duluth Airport Authority and other aviation partners for many years, helping advocate for expanded air service in partnership with the Duluth
As President of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, I am proud to announce that our Board has unanimously approved a resolution in full support of the Duluth Public Schools Technology Referendum. This decision reflects our steadfast commitment to fostering a thriving economy in Duluth, underpinned by a well-prepared and technologically adept workforce. The board
The Duluth Area Chamber Foundation is now awarding Workforce Development Grants, up to $1,000 per individual, to help address workforce needs in the region. Grants can be used for short-term required trainings, education, certificates, testing and more. The grant application is now available on the Duluth Area Chamber Foundation’s website. The goal of the program
Homelessness, lack of affordable housing, downtown safety, taxes, street conditions and workforce challenges were identified as the top concerns of Duluthians in formal, citywide research commissioned by the Duluth Area Chamber Foundation in August. These and other findings will now be used by the Duluth Area Chamber Foundation to help prioritize areas of focus for